Cultural Italy Blog: Art, Coffee & Love

Espresso, macchiato o cappuccino?

Espresso, macchiato o cappuccino?

THE ART OF COFFEE
Coffee is undoubtedly one of the most popular beverages in the world. It made its first appearance in Venice in 1570 thanks to Prospero Alpino, a physician from Padova, who returning from a trip to the far East, took a few bags of coffee with him, and had the Venetians taste some of that mysterious black concoction.

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In The Footsteps of Händel: A New Tour in Rome!

In The Footsteps of Händel: A New Tour in Rome!

HISTORY AND MUSIC
Discover the inspirations that catapulted the creative brilliance of Gregor Händel with this 5-day, 4-night tour of Rome. Visit the historical sites and beauty that Händel experienced while enjoying the tastes and sounds that only Rome can offer.

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Leonardo Da Vinci’s “The Last Supper” in Milan

Leonardo Da Vinci’s “The Last Supper” in Milan

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Who is the world’s foremost polymath and artist without any precedent in recorded history? And which among his artworks is the most intriguing one? We all know it is Leonardo Da Vinci. And many of us have heard of his mysterious “The Last Supper” painted in 1498 …

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Italy Travel Info

Italy Travel Info

USEFUL INFORMATION
Info on passport, useful phone numbers, climate, custom regulations, electricity, laundry, store hours, health, mail services, water.

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Festa del Cinema di Roma 2022: The new international competition begins. 

Festa del Cinema di Roma 2022: The new international competition begins. 

ART & FILM
Gearing up to compete with notables like the Cannes Film Festival, this year’s Rome Film Fest kicks off its 17th year with a new international competition component. Held at Parco Della Musica Auditorium and other locations throughout Rome, screenings, red carpet events, and digital streamings run through October 23rd. Coinciding with the independent young adult film festival Alice Nella Città, this festival brings a variety of world premiers and screenings from Oscar-winning favorites, new debut filmmakers, and cult-comedy favorites.

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Pesaro: Italian Capital of Culture 2024

Pesaro: Italian Capital of Culture 2024

DESTINATIONS
The Italian Ministry of Culture has designated Pesaro the Italian Capital of Culture for 2024. An incredible honor, this award, and the projects it generates, will benefit  citizens and visitors for generations to come.  Those who know the Pesaro region can list many reasons for this award.

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Venice Biennale 2022 Kicks off April 23

Venice Biennale 2022 Kicks off April 23

ART SHOW
Venice Biennale 2022 kicks off on April 23 with over 213 artists from 58 countries, including 180 first-time participants, the International Art Exhibition La Biennale di Venezia makes historical firsts at this year’s event.

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